Staff Stories: Kim Martini
Kim Martini likes to throw expensive stuff into the ocean. That might sound crazy, but to Kim, it’s science. She’s a physical oceanographer, and the things she tosses overboard measure energy pathways...
View ArticleHow to do the UW Scavenger Hunt Like an Olympian!
It’s almost time for the 2015 UW Scavenger Hunt on all three campuses! This is my favorite event of the entire year. Here’s how it works: Register! Create an account with GroundSpeak if you don’t...
View ArticleGet Cycling: Resources & Opportunities
May is bike month. Are you ready to ride? On April 8, a lively group of faculty, staff, and students gathered in the HUB for The Whole U’s cycling seminar. I’m a beginner cyclist with a lot to learn,...
View ArticleComing in May: Life Hacks for Eating Better & Moving More
The overwhelming majority of diets fail. We’ve all heard that statistic before. Some studies say it’s upwards of 90%, but whatever the number is, it’s clear that the way we’re trying to lose weight...
View ArticleFaculty Friday: Carolyn Pinedo Turnovsky
Carolyn Pinedo Turnovsky is an assistant professor in the Department of American Ethnic Studies with a joint appointment in Law, Societies & Justice. Her research and coursework focus on immigrants...
View ArticleVolunteer along the seaside with UW’s COASST program
Let’s say that every evening at dusk, you step outside your front door and count how many crows are flying overhead. Weeks go by. You add up the numbers and arrive at a loose estimate of your...
View ArticleWomen’s Fitness
Championing the physical fitness of my patients is one of my primary goals as a physician. Being physically active can significantly decrease risks for multiple health conditions. Yet, exercise...
View ArticleTreat Your Mom With Our Discount Network This Mother’s Day
Mom: The one who used to pack your lunch, drive you to soccer practice, help you with your science project trifolds (or, in many cases, completely make them), and take care of you when you had the flu....
View ArticleUW Community Races Through Time in 2015 Scavenger Hunt
The Whole U Scavenger Hunt is my favorite event. Not only does it create an opportunity to learn about the UW campuses in an active way, but it also fosters team bonding and fun family experiences by...
View ArticleDr. Bonnie Duran on Race, Racism, & the Dharma
The Dharma is the most important source of insight and inspiration to me as I heal from racism and discrimination and as I work towards social justice. The Dharma has taught me important truths about...
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